Building Shoulders   
By Ronald and Shahid
* Consult a general practitioner before attempting this exercise
2001-04-12

Unfortunately, we are not all blessed with the wide shoulder structure that is so aesthetically pleasing. Wide, fully developed shoulders help create the coveted tapered physique, emphasizing the upper body.

Whether you want to develop those shoulder muscles to improve your shape or just want your shirt to hang better, the seated barbell press will do the trick.

Starting Point

Ø    Sit on the bench with your back flat against the back support.

Ø    Grip the barbell so that your forearms are perpendicular to the floor at the midpoint of the exercise.

Ø    We recommend pressing behind the neck because of the emphasis on the middle deltoid muscle.

Ø    Hold the barbell just short of lockout at the top.

The Exercise

Ø      Lower the weight until your forearms are perpendicular to the floor

Ø      Hold this position for a second.

Ø      Then drive the weight up just short of elbow lock out.

Ø      Lower the weight again and repeat the exercise

 
TIP: Don’t arch your back during the exercise as this removes the effect from the shoulder muscles

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